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Public toilet replacement – Riverbank Garden, Murchison

In Summary

Council will replace the existing public toilet at Riverbank Gardens, Murchison as part of the Public Toilet Replacement Program.
The new facility will include four cubicles, comprising three unisex and one accessible cubicle, to improve accessibility and meet current standards.
Demolition is scheduled to commence on Thursday 19 February 2026, with construction to follow, and works expected to take approximately seven weeks, weather permitting.
Portable toilets will be provided during construction, with the public car park remaining open and community members asked to follow on-site signage and safety directions.

The upgraded amenities will include four toilet cubicles comprising of three unisex and one accessible cubicle to improve accessibility and ensure compliance with current standards. This modernised facility will provide a more inclusive, comfortable, and user‑friendly experience for all visitors.

Demolition of the existing public toilet is scheduled to commence tomorrow, Thursday 19 February 2026, weather permitting. Construction of the new facility will commence shortly after demolition has been completed.

During these works, portable toilets will be available for use in close proximity to the existing facility and the public car park will remain open. The replacement works are anticipated to take approximately seven weeks, weather permitting.

Community members are urged to follow all on-site signage. Temporary fencing will be in place, and the community is asked to take care around the construction area.

Council appreciates the community’s patience while the works are underway and looks forward to delivering improved public toilet facilities for Murchison and its visitors.

For additional information, please contact Council’s Project Delivery and Assets team on 5832 9700 or email projects@shepparton.vic.gov.au